Whether you’re a brand new dad or a seasoned father, you probably already know that there’s a lot to keep up with. When you’re the dad in the household, you have certain responsibilities and expectations you need to meet. In between soccer practices and fun projects with your kids, what do you need to know to be the best dad you can be in 2018?
Read MoreIf you’re looking for a way to give your old house a new shine, there’s no better way to do that than painting it. But coating the exterior in a new layer of paint has numerous other benefits, including fixing any water damage your home might have sustained during the winter..
Read MoreAs a dad, you’re probably more concerned about your child’s health and well-being than your own. That is commendable because every kid needs to learn about the values of a healthy lifestyle. And, there is no reason to keep..
Read MoreFor a woman, getting engaged is one of the most overwhelming, amazing, exciting, precious and memorable moments of their entire life. They have found their soul mate, their true love, that man who is going to look after her until death says they can’t. It is amazing...
Read MoreAs a human race, we haven’t exactly been the best guests on planet earth from time to time. As climate change and global pollution levels increase, it’s our responsibility as residents of the earth to slow and eventually reverse the effects of our destructive behaviour. To do this, we begin at home.
Read MoreI was delighted to read and eagerly devour Ben Berman’s new collection of poems Figuring In The Figure, which he boldly delivers from the perspective of his multi-faceted role of being a new father, a husband, and a man. As any father will tell you, until the 21st Century, there has been little or no...
Read MoreThere's a stereotype of dads that you see every day in movies and TV. It's the image of the dad with the slacks pulled up way too high, a shirt tucked into them, and a fanny pack proudly on display. Now, this isn't supposed to say that there's anything wrong with...
Read MoreYou are about to embark on an exciting facet of adulthood: A newborn is entering your life. Before your new baby comes home with you, you need to turn your bachelor pad into a baby haven. Along with preparing the baby's room and stocking up on baby supplies such as diapers, you have to...
Read MoreSmart thermostats have become popular in recent years, but many people don’t know why they should bother upgrading from their old models to newer ones. Homeowners have unique reasons for installing smart thermostats, but these three are some of the most common reasons that you...
Read MoreThe biggest selling video games tend to be over the top in all regards. The graphics are breathtaking, the gaming worlds are enormous, and the gameplay is memorable. However, elements that many parents would find undesirable also tend to...
Read MoreMore and more people are living from paycheck to paycheck. New statistics show that nearly sixty percent of Americans have less than five hundred dollars in their savings account. What would you do if you had an unexpected expense of this amount? Would you borrow money...
Read MoreChildren’s Mental Illness Awareness Week has brought the warning signs of mental illness to the forefront of conversation. People often make the mistake of confusing behavioural problems with mental illnesses, which means that so many children are left undiagnosed...
Read MoreIt’s easy to forget your self once you become a father. Responsibilities pile up and time that used to belong only to you, is now divided into various activities that you feel have taken control of your schedule. There is always something going on...
Read MoreBeing a daddy-to-be is one of the most beautiful times in any man’s life. Everyone’s experience with becoming a parent is unique and should be cherished every moment. When it comes to preparing for fatherhood, there really is no magic formula that fits all. What you can do though...
Read MoreOne of the hardest things as a gift-giving father isn’t pleasing the kids. Of course, they will be happy with most of the things you give them; as long as they’re fun. That still leaves mum, though. She’ll be harder to please than the little ones, that’s for sure. So, you have to make sure that the gifts you give...
Read MoreWhat Is A Midlife Crisis? While midlife crises have been parodied in popular culture, for people experiencing them, the feelings are very real. Sometimes, in an attempt to stave off the feelings of grief or anxiety that can be experienced as we enter midlife, people...
Read MoreWhether you’ve been forced to babysit the children or because you decided to have a bit of bonding time with the kids, there are plenty of fun activities to take part in with the little ones. It could be going outside and playing some sports, seeing a movie together, or just binging on fast food and video games...
Read MoreIf you’re lucky enough to have a log cabin garden office, there may be one thing missing to complete your home working idyll. Wouldn’t it be lovely to have a wood burning stove to keep you nice and toasty while you’re working?
Read MoreWe live in a world where everything is electronic. The tills are becoming self-service, the ticket machines in train stations are more prevalent than the people in the booths and in schools, iPads are the new educational toy. Often, children come away from schools with letters about iPad use...
Read MoreWhen out and about, many dads carry their babies and toddlers – it’s a badge of honor that modern dads wear with pride. But for a lot of dads, also carrying the gear that the children seem to need (but end up not using…), the diaper bags, toys, spare clothing and more, can be a real chore!
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